FASTA Combiner¶
Combine multiple FASTA sequences into a single FASTA input for downstream processing.
Quick Start¶
- Connect up to five FASTA inputs to the node.
- Enable the separator option to add comments between combined sequences (optional).
- Use the output as a single FASTA input for other nodes.
Setup Guide¶
1. Add the Node¶
- Insert the FASTA Combiner node into your workflow.
- Connect FASTA outputs from upstream nodes to the available inputs.
2. Configure Options¶
- Optionally enable the separator to add comments between combined FASTA blocks.
- Leave unused FASTA inputs empty if combining fewer than five sequences.
Basic Usage¶
Combine Multiple FASTA Sequences¶
- Merge up to five FASTA inputs into a single FASTA string.
- Optionally insert separator comments for clarity.
- Use the combined output as input for downstream sequence analysis or modeling nodes.
Configuration¶
Required Inputs¶
None
Optional Inputs¶
| Field | Description | Type | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| fasta_1 | First FASTA sequence(s) | FASTA | >A\nMKT... |
| fasta_2 | Second FASTA sequence(s) | FASTA | >B\nGYL... |
| fasta_3 | Third FASTA sequence(s) | FASTA | >C\nLIA... |
| fasta_4 | Fourth FASTA sequence(s) | FASTA | >D\nNSS... |
| fasta_5 | Fifth FASTA sequence(s) | FASTA | >E\nGTA... |
| separator | Add separator comments between different inputs | BOOL | true |
Outputs¶
| Field | Description | Type | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| combined_fasta | Combined FASTA string from inputs | FASTA | >A\nMKT... |
Best Practices¶
Input Management¶
- Only connect FASTA inputs you need; leave others empty.
- Use the separator option to clarify boundaries between combined sequences, especially when merging unrelated data.
Downstream Compatibility¶
- Ensure the combined FASTA is compatible with downstream nodes expecting a single FASTA input.
- Validate the output if combining sequences from different sources to avoid ID conflicts.
Troubleshooting¶
Common Issues¶
- No output generated: Ensure at least one FASTA input is provided.
- Unexpected sequence order: Inputs are combined in order (fasta_1 to fasta_5); check connections.
- Downstream errors: Confirm the combined FASTA format matches requirements of subsequent nodes.
Need Help?¶
- Contact support for further assistance.